The Big Issue is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to supporting and creating job opportunities for people experiencing homelessness, disadvantage and marginalisation. 

What we do
We run social enterprises to create work opportunities for people who are unable to access mainstream jobs. These enterprises operate much like traditional businesses, except all revenue is put back into the enterprises for the benefit of the individuals involved and broader community.

Our social enterprises include The Big Issue magazine, the Women's Subscription Enterprise and The Big Issue Classroom. We also run the Community Street Soccer Program.

Our social enterprises not only provide opportunities for people to earn an income, but importantly, to build confidence and their capacity to help themselves. The people we help come from a range of backgrounds including mental illness, homelessness, long-term unemployment, intellectual and physical disability and drug and alcohol dependency.

Charity

Humanitarian

Social Impact

Social Programs

The Big Issue Australia

Steven Persson

Wendy Fromhold

Sheryl Weil

David Evans

Simon Banks

Peter Danks

Lisa George

Simone Busija

Jon Whitehead

The Leadership Team at The Big Issue Australia is responsible for steering the organization towards its mission of creating job opportunities for disadvantaged populations. This team sets strategic direction, ensures financial sustainability, and fosters partnerships with stakeholders. By leveraging their diverse expertise, the Leadership Team guides the social enterprises and programs that empower individuals experiencing homelessness, unemployment, and marginalisation to build a better future.

Leadership Team

People and Culture Team

Operations and Coordination Team

Leadership Team

About

Team members

Other teams at The Big Issue Australia

People and Culture Team

Operations and Coordination Team